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UHMS

The Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society, which sets indication standards.

The UHMS (Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society) is the professional body that reviews evidence and maintains the accepted list of hyperbaric indications, and accredits hyperbaric facilities for safety and quality.

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HIF-1α

A cellular oxygen-sensing protein involved in healing signals.

Air break

A scheduled pause breathing normal air during a session to prevent oxygen toxicity.

Angiogenesis

The growth of new blood vessels — a key long-term effect of HBOT.

Normobaric

At normal atmospheric pressure (1 ATA).